4 Awesome Places to Ring in the New Year in Rochester

Don't spend another New Year's Eve alone at home watching TV - grab your friends and ring in the new year at one of these fun events in Rochester!

The Kahler Grand is hosting a HUGE party with live music from Light 45. Doors open at 8:30pm on New Year's Eve with music from 9p-1a. General Admission is $45 and includes complimentary toast at midnight, 'Date Night' tickets are $270 and include admission for 2 PLUS Dinner for 2 at Lord Essex, and 'VIP' tickets $550 and include general admission PLUS bottle service for up to 10 people.

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The Bleu Duck is having a secret-agent-themed party which they're calling "Casino Royale". From 6-8p they'll offer a 4-course steak dinner and unlimited champagne.Tickets are $60. From 9p-1a they're restaurant will transform into a casino with games and a live DJ. Party tickets are $90 and include hors-d'oeuvres, champagne and a gift bag.

Kathy's has a FREE New Year's Eve party with music from Push and Turn starting at 10p.

Forager Brewery will also have free entertainment. Their website promises No Cover. No Fancy Menu. Just Good Ol’ Fashion New Year’s Eve Fun! Colby Kent and the Stompin’ Ground will perform at 9pm followed by The 4onthefloor around 10pm.